Red Leaf Lettuce from Germany
Fresh red leaf lettuce with burgundy-tinged, crisp leaves for colorful salads. Classified in HTS 0705.19.40 as other lettuce (Lactuca sativa), fresh or chilled.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Color variation doesn't change classification; declare as 'red leaf' to match invoices
• Refrigerate at 32°F with 95-100% humidity to extend shelf life up to 14 days
• Check for E. coli risks; provide grower affidavits if from high-risk regions